The document discusses peak shear stress distribution in finite element models of concrete slabs, particularly focusing on bridges from the 1960s and 70s facing increased load challenges. It outlines a two-level assessment strategy: a quick scan method and a detailed finite element analysis for evaluating shear stress. Key findings emphasize the necessity to distribute peak shear stress over specific widths based on experimental and modeled data.

1. 02-09-2013
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Delft
University of
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Peak shear stress distribution
in finite element models of concrete slabs
Eva Lantsoght, Ane de Boer, Cor van der Veen, Joost Walraven

2. 2Peak shear stress distribution in finite element models of concrete slabs
Introduction
Problem Statement
Bridges from 60s and 70s
The Hague in 1959
Increased live loads
heavy and long truck
(600 kN > perm. max = 50ton)
End of service life + larger loads
=> 600 bridges shear-critical

3. 3Peak shear stress distribution in finite element models of concrete slabs
Introduction
Shear assessment strategy
• Level I: Quick Scan sheet
• Fast, simple and conservative spreadsheet
• Unity check: loads/capacity
• Level II: Finite Element Analysis
• Shear stress distribution over support
• Peak shear stress: distribute over which width?

4. 4Peak shear stress distribution in finite element models of concrete slabs
Experiment (1)
Size: 5m x 2.5m x 0.3m = scale 1:2
Continuous support, line supports with load cells
Concentrated load

5. 5Peak shear stress distribution in finite element models of concrete slabs
Experiment (2)
• Failure at Pu = 1461 kN
• Study: 9 intervals up to 90% of ultimate capacity

6. 6Peak shear stress distribution in finite element models of concrete slabs
Model
• TNO Diana
• Slab: shell elements & Supports: solid elements & Felt:
interface elements
• 40% orthotropy assumed
• Phased activation of supports

7. 7Peak shear stress distribution in finite element models of concrete slabs
Shear Stress Analysis
Experiment
• Assume force distributed
constantly per load cell
• Example: P = 1314 kN
• Total force over 2dl
• Resulting shear stress
,2
86 mm
3 2 4 580 kN
358 mm
tot dF FS FS FS
,2
2 2 2
580 kN
4.13 MPa
2 2 265 mm
tot d
d
l
F
d

8. 8Peak shear stress distribution in finite element models of concrete slabs
Shear Stress Analysis
Model
1. Integrating shear stresses
over distribution width
around peak
2. Based on reaction forces in
load cells, similar to
approach for experiments

9. 9Peak shear stress distribution in finite element models of concrete slabs
Shear Stress Analysis
Comparison
Concentrated load 585 kN 1314 kN
Shear stress τ2d
(MPa)
τ4d
(MPa)
τ2d
(MPa)
τ4d
(MPa)
Measurements 1.51 0.87 4.13 2.63
Model, integrating
stresses
1.30 1.10 3.28 2.70
Model, reaction forces 1.39 1.27 3.25 2.60
Use distribution width of 4dl
Note: vRd,c = 0.68 MPa => UC = 1.62 at 40% of Pu
At 40% and 90% of Pu

10. 10Peak shear stress distribution in finite element models of concrete slabs
Summary & Conclusions
1. Level I of Assessment: Quick Scan
method
2. Level II of Assessment: Finite
Element Model
3. Distribute peak shear stress over 4dl

11. 11Peak shear stress distribution in finite element models of concrete slabs
Contact:
Eva Lantsoght
E.O.L.Lantsoght@tudelft.nl
+31(0)152787449